Jocelyn Benson, John James and Mike Duggan

Crain's Detroit Business reports on some big names who have maxed out with $8,325 donations for the 2026 gubernatorial campaign. Of course, we should note that the donors can give as much as they want to Political Action Committees for the candidates.

Duggan

Independent candidate, Mayor Mike Duggan, who has raised $3.2 million since Jan. 1. Here's some of the notables who have maxed out at $8,325:

Former Michigan Republican Party Chairman and University of Michigan regent Ron Weiser (he also gave to Republican John James)

Ex-Michigan GOP Co-chair Jeff Sakwa.

Compuware co-founder and chairman of MadDog Technology Peter Karmanos Jr. (according to Metro Times)

CEO of MadDog Technology Danialle Karmanos.

Penske Corp. founder and Chairman Ro

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